Giving medicine to a cat can be frustrating if you’ve ever tried and failed. Many cats resist, get stressed, or even run away when it’s time for their meds. If you do it too slowly, they might taste the medicine, which can lead to long-term resistance and bad behavior.
The good news is that giving meds doesn’t have to be hard. One basic method is to open the side of the cat’s mouth and quickly place the pill inside. Timing is everything. An even easier technique is to use food as a decoy. Place the medicine inside an empty capsule, then use a syringe with wet cat food to deliver it. This way, your cat won’t even realize they’ve swallowed medicine, and it keeps their behavior stress-free. Give it a try—it’s simple and helps your cat stay well without trauma.
